TICKFORD REVEAL SPECIAL BATHURST 1000 LIVERY

New look for the No. 5 Tickford Racing Falcon – Photo: Supplied

The Bottle-O Tickford Racing Falcon of Mark Winterbottom and Dean Canto will run a special livery for next weeks Bathurst 1000.

The new look, which is a stark contrast to its traditional Bottle-O green, features bold blue American racing stripes over white and is a nod to Ford’s hero cars of the 1950-70’s. It has also been released in conjunction with the newest Tickford vehicle enhancement package available for the Ford Mustang, the TSV-535R, which also takes elements from the design.

Rod Nash, Tickford Racing co-owner, appreciates the partnership which has seen Car No. 5 transform to its new colours.

“We’ve enjoyed a fantastic partnership with The Bottle-O and are thrilled with this new project and the new look of The Bottle-O Ford,” said Nash.

“To tie in our racing partnership with the vehicle enhancement business adds another dimension to our relationship, and we thank The Bottle-O for their willingness to join us in this endeavour. The design is unmistakable as a winning car, and we would like nothing more than to add to that win tally at the Mountain.”

Rod Pritchard, Chief Executive Officer of Australian Liquor Marketers, is looking forward to seeing The Bottle-O Falcon’s new livery on track next weekend.

“We’re very excited to debut this new look of The Bottle-O Ford,” Pritchard said.

“Bathurst is, of course, a very special event, and we’ve been happy to run a special livery on the car the past few years. The Bottle-O prides itself on making a personal connection with its customers, and motor racing has helped us forge relationships with thousands of dedicated fans over the years. This fantastic car adds to a long list of memories we’ve made with our supporters, and with Frosty and Dean, we will hopefully share another memory next Sunday at the Bathurst 1000.”

The new look Bottle-O Ford Falcon FG X will debut at during Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000 practice at Mount Panorama next Thursday, October 4.

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